Gene Simmons lately opened up on pop icon Taylor Swift’s tribute to KISS throughout a 2009 efficiency. He recalled the memorable second in an interview with Parade.
The KISS frontman talked about Swift’s resolution to honor the band by dressing up as authentic lead guitarist Ace Frehley throughout Keith City’s Escape Collectively tour.
“Your complete band got here out and punked Keith City at a present, and Taylor was dressed like our authentic lead guitarist Ace [Frehley], and the entire band was dressed up in KISS [makeup],” Simmons stated.
Simmons then praised the gesture and added his attribute humor to the scenario.
“There are individuals who really feel it’s cool the gesture was appreciated,” he continued. “It’s a nod of the pinnacle, as a result of you may’t get me to decorate like Boy George!”
The rock legend additionally praised Swift’s profession evolution and inventive decisions.
“She’s phenomenal,” Simmons stated. “She began off in nation music, after which simply did what she wished to do, which is go mainstream.”
The memorable prank has turn into a celebrated second in each artists’ careers, showcasing Swift’s playful facet throughout her early touring days.
The shock look reportedly occurred throughout a Kansas Metropolis present on the ultimate evening of City’s “Escape Collectively” tour. Swift and her band members took the stage in full KISS make-up whereas City carried out “Kiss a Lady,” creating an unforgettable expertise for the viewers.
It is usually reported that City himself was initially fooled by the frilly costumes and make-up. He later described the prank as “so good,” admitting that he thought the precise KISS band was becoming a member of him on stage throughout his efficiency.
